Construction Project Manager

AECOM; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Construction Project Manager in Tyler, Texas, with a strong background in construction engineering and management to lead major projects for TxDOT and local agencies. This role emphasizes technical direction, client interface, and delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.

Ideal candidates have a PE inTexas, 8+ years experience, and a track record of pursuing CEI contracts and proposals, with a focus on leadership and client relations.

Qualifications

• BA/BS + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Texas.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical direction and guidance to staff and subordinate engineers/inspectors, enforces policies, maintains client interface, and ensures project is constructed per design, budget and schedule.
• Pursue CEI contracts with TxDOT and other clients.
• Develop proposals and coordinate with other AECOM staff.
• Deliver CE contracts for TxDOT and other clients and serve as the Project Manager/Resident Engineer.
• Supervises field staff, coordinates field activities, and provides progress reports to the Client.
• Prepares and manages quality and safety plans for the project.
• Develop and execute significant project pursuits and delivery.
• Establish relationships with external clients and customers, including industry associations and potential collaborators.
• Be a visible leader and trusted advisor to clients by promoting AECOM’s values.

Skills

Project management

Client interface

Team leadership

Business development

Education

BA/BS + 8 years of relevant experience

Registered Professional Engineer in Texas

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Primary Location: US - Dallas, TX - 13355 Noel Road
• Compensation: USD 160,000 - USD 180,000 - yearly

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

The Transportation Business Line of AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Construction Project Manager for immediate employment in Tyler, Texas. The appropriately qualified applicant will be able to demonstrate an established career in the Construction Engineering and Management industry and have a proven track record of major successful projects for TxDOT and local agencies.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Provides technical direction and guidance to staff and subordinate engineers/inspectors, enforces company and project policies, maintains close client interface, and ensures all facets of the project are constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule
• Pursue CEI contracts with TxDOT and other clients.
• Complete Business Development functions including but not limited to; prepositioning, developing teams, writing technical proposals, and coordinating with other AECOM staff.
• Deliver CE contracts for TxDOT and other clients and serve as the Project Manager/Resident Engineer.
• Supervises field staff, coordinates field activities, and provides project progress reports to the Client
• Prepares and manages quality and safety plans for the project
• Develop and execute significant project pursuits and delivery
• Formulate and execute project opportunity capture strategies, including teaming and positioning for major pursuits, helping in proposal efforts and identification of required staff resources to win and effectively deliver projects
• Establish relationships with external clients and customers, including industry associations and other potential consultant team members and construction contractors
• Be a visible leader and trusted advisor to clients by promoting AECOM’s values both internally and externally

Qualifications

• BA/BS + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Registered Professional Engineer in Texas
• Valid Driver’s License required

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 + years of resident engineering experience managing major roadway and bridge construction projects
• Experience in client prepositioning activities, team (internal and external partners) and proposal development

Additional Information

• This roles does not provide Visa Sponsorship.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.